Tie Rod end LINKs

[SHOZ]

Talking about the rod between the steering rack and the tie rod ends.

How much angle from 0 degrees (straight out) can you go and what are the ill effects if any? In my case it would be a forward angle if it makes a difference.

 

[kschachn]

That would be the inner tie rod end and would depend on the construction and design of the part I'd think. In general you could go as far as it lets you before binding up against the ball joint.

 

[SHOZ]

Would not a greater angle create more load for the rack? Or is the force produced by the rack make that a moot point?

I've had quite an angle before but when they align it the take it out. I have it for caster adjustment. I never really noticed any increased effort but didn't drive more than an hour.

 

[bdcardinal]

Generally you want them to be parallel to the lower control arm. That should in theory limit the amount of bumpsteer.